Luther, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Luther is a small town in Montana with a population of 31.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
31 Population 54/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $45,916 per capita
$293,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $293,800
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.1%
72% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How Luther Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population31
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,916
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$524M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$293,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Elevation5,136 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.1%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute33 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries3

Is Luther a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luther receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Luther stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luther is $293,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Luther is a highly educated community — 58.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Luther has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 141.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Luther has a population of 31 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29%
Female 71%

Race & Ethnicity

Luther vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luther vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luther is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Luther vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,916
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$78,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)644
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone39.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Luther is $293,800, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,800
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%

Health Metrics: Luther vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Premature Death7,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access49.8%
Healthcare Facilities28

Crime Rates: Luther vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Luther has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall141.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,136 ft (1,565 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates45.2850°N, 109.4161°W
County FIPS30009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 58.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.1%
72% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants62
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone39.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.5%

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